Things to do in Yizhang

The experience at Mangshan Wuzhifeng was quite good. The entire climb was on gentle slopes and not tiring, and transportation to and from the mountain was convenient. Our tour guide, Ms. Huang, was patient, meticulous, and thoughtful, emphasizing important points three times.

It's perfect for hiking and mountain climbing. The air quality in the mountains is excellent, and you can see many small animals, including Monkey King Village, where there are lots of little monkeys. Just be careful with your food, as the monkeys will try to snatch it. You can also see the Mangshan's unique pit viper, a type of venomous snake with beautiful patterns.

A highly recommended tourist attraction. It was so relaxing; I wish I could have stayed there all day. The scenery was superb, with expansive views, endless grasslands, and a sea of ​​clouds over the mountains—simply breathtaking. It completely lifted my spirits. As soon as we left, my child asked if we wanted to go back.

This hot spring has many baths, and each bath has a place to hang towels, hot water supply, and the temperature is displayed in the bathroom. It can be said that it is a very well-run and thoughtfully designed hot spring resort.

It was super fun, even better than Qingyuan Gulong Gorge and Pingjiang Tuolong Gorge! The whole rafting trip lasted two hours – so exhilarating and thrilling! The water quality was exceptional, crystal clear, and the scenery along the way was stunning. I strongly suggest increasing its popularity so more people know about it; it's just not well-known enough. It's truly amazing!

The scenic spot is small, but the interior of Swallow Rock is beautifully decorated and is a popular spot for taking photos. There is a coffee shop inside. The cave hotel, which is 150 meters away from the cave, is even more unique. It is huge and deep enough to hold a banquet. Photography enthusiasts can go there, but I didn't see a single swallow.

Monkey King Village is backed by primitive forests, steep cliffs, and ancient trees. Wild monkeys come here to look for food and play in the water. It is the best place to absorb negative ions and moisten the lungs. In addition to the dense vegetation and fresh air, the streams and waterfalls are even more eye-catching.

Pingshi Jinji Ridge, a hidden gem of Danxia landforms in northern Guangdong 🌄 At its summit, the Golden Rooster Stone stands silently, its neck outstretched as if about to crow, seemingly gazing towards the border between Hunan and Guangdong. The Paigang Stone Forest stretches across the mountains, its red cliffs extending for hundreds of meters, resembling a natural red city wall. The most breathtaking sight is the One-Character Peak, over 350 meters long and only 3-6 meters wide, lying like a giant screen across the mountain ridge. Viewed directly, it resembles a wall; viewed from the side, it appears as a peak. Climb the trail to the summit and pass through a natural stone archway. Below, the town of Pingshi and the Wujiang River unfold before you, the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway winding through the valley. A mountain breeze caresses your face, the view opens up dramatically, and all fatigue is gently soothed by this red landscape. #JinjiRing #ClimbHigh #PaigangStoneForest #StoneArchway Step into Pingshi Jinji Ridge in northern Guangdong and encounter a Danxia wonderland. The Golden Rooster Stone, head held high atop the peak, seems poised to crow; the Paigang Stone Forest, a continuous expanse of red, resembles an ancient city wall. The 350-meter-long One-Character Peak, narrow as a knife's edge, appears as a wall from the front and a peak from the side. Climbing to the summit through the natural stone archway, one can overlook the winding Wujiang River, the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway traversing the canyon, and the entire town of Pingshi spread out before them. Mountain winds sweep across the red cliffs, the magnificent landscape healing all the weariness of life. The Paigang Stone Forest, a continuous expanse of red, resembles a natural city wall. Sculpted by millions of years of wind and rain, the Golden Rooster Stone stands proudly atop the mountain, head held high as if about to crow. The red cliffs of the Paigang Stone Forest stretch for hundreds of meters, like a magnificent red city wall. The One-Character Peak is a true spectacle, over 350 meters long, its narrowest point only a few meters wide, lying across the mountain ridge, its appearance constantly changing, sometimes resembling a wall, sometimes a peak. Climbing the steps, passing through the natural stone archway, one stands atop the mountain. The Wujiang River flows gently, the town of Pingshi stretches across the valley floor, and the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway winds its way through the canyon. A mountain breeze sweeps across the red cliffs, and as far as the eye can see, the crimson landscape stretches out before you, and all the weariness of the world vanishes.

Walking on the small roads in the village, it is quiet and peaceful, as if you have returned to that era. Looking at the plaques on the gates of the houses, the lives of the people back then seem to reappear before your eyes. The ancestors of the villagers migrated here and settled down more than 600 years ago. After generations of reproduction and development, a group of outstanding talents were created. At the same time, in order to protect the traditions, the village has also relocated some villagers to protect the environment of the ancient village.

Chenzhou City belongs to Yizhang County, where Mangshan Scenic Area is located. Entering from the east gate is Wuzhifeng Scenic Area, and entering from the west gate is Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area. There are relatively complete hotel resources in the direction of the west gate. After entering the scenic area from the west gate, it takes nearly half an hour to drive along the winding mountain road to reach the mountaineering entrance. It happened to be rainy and foggy weather. Except for the hiking trail in front of you and the nearby scenery and vegetation, you can't see any distant scenery. After going down the mountain, I took a big photo on the outer wall of Mangshan Museum, and I knew what kind of scenery I could see at the observation deck on the top of the mountain when the weather was good. It can be regarded as making up for some regrets and satisfying my addiction. There is a ticket gate in Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area. After buying a ticket, you can go through it and walk all the way to Wuzhifeng Scenic Area. The weather is not good, so I will give up once and look for opportunities later.